Falmouth is popular for its down-east Maine feel and its proximity to Portland and Freeport. There are beaches nearby, as well as shops and historic sites. It is located on Casco Bay and is a popular stop on a vacation up the coast. Falmouth has a small, but varied, selection of lodging choices.
The Falmouth Inn is located right off Route 1, the main local route going up the coast. Though not on the water, the hotel is close to the shore, which provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming.
The Inn's rooms have double, queen and king beds, all with air conditioning, wireless Internet and cable TV. There is a guest laundry, and the inn serves coffee in the morning.
Falmouth Inn
209 U.S. Route 1
Falmouth, ME 04105
(207) 781-2120
falmouthinn.net
Quaker Tavern is a quaint, hospitable place to stop and stay for a bit. It is a National Historic Landmark and offers fireplaces in rooms, a parlor, and organic continental breakfast. It also has Internet and Wi-Fi, in case you need to work on the road. There are woodlands around the tavern, as well as a zen garden and the tavern's Orbit Trail, which is a relaxing nature trail with benches and description signs.
Quaker Tavern Bed and Breakfast
377 Gray Road - Route 26 North
Falmouth, Maine 04105
(207) 797-5540
quakertavernbb-inn.com
The Motel 6 is located near the shore, and provides access to swimming, boating, fishing and shopping. The famous L.L. Bean Factory store is nearby, as is downtown Portland and I-95. Hotel amenities include free HBO and ESPN, free morning coffee, Wi-Fi (with a fee) and free local phone calls. Kids under 17 stay for free at Motel 6 when they are sharing a room with their parents or guardian.
Motel 6
1 Riverside Dr
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 775-0111
motel6.com